Top Three Golfers Return to PGA Tour at Arnold Palmer Invitational

The Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill Club in Orlando will mark the first tournament this season where the top three golfers in the Official World Golf Ranking—Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Xander Schauffele—will compete together. Schauffele, recovering from a rib injury, expressed his excitement about returning to competitive play, while Scheffler has also been sidelined due to a hand injury. McIlroy recently won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, showcasing his strong start to the season. Meanwhile, Tiger Woods indicated he is not currently focused on competing, citing his mother's recent passing as affecting his practice routine. As the Masters approaches, Scheffler is preparing not only for the competition but also for the tradition of selecting the menu for the Champions Dinner, a privilege he enjoys as a past winner. The ongoing rivalry between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf remains a significant topic in the lead-up to the Masters, highlighting the evolving landscape of professional golf.